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Varicose veins or varicosities is a condition that generally affects the lower legs, ankle, and feet. Varicose veins are characterised by swollen and twisted veins that appear as purple or blue bulges. Varicose veins can occur anywhere in the body, though they predominantly occur in the lower legs since veins experience higher pressure when standing or walking. Varicose veins are generally mild. However, certain individuals can experience severe discomfort. Varicose veins can be treated at home or managed through surgical or therapeutic interventions.
Veins
The varicose vein is caused due to weakened or damaged valves in the veins due to high blood pressure. As these veins get weakened or damaged, blood starts pooling in the veins, causing them to enlarge. Veins can become weak due to several reasons, including the following -
The most apparent sign of a varicose vein is a twisted, blue, or purple colour vein under the skin. Some varicose veins symptoms of varicose vein include-
Treatment measures for varicose veins include self-care strategy, compression stockings, and surgical procedures. Your health care provider would decide the best course of treatment based on your age, medical history, signs, symptoms, severity of conditions, etc.
Following are some factors that can increase the risk of developing varicose veins-
In addition to medical history examination and physical assessment, healthcare providers also use diagnostic tests like ultrasound or venogram to assess the condition's severity. These tests assess the blood flow through the veins and examine the presence of blood clots.
Some measures that can be undertaken to reduce the chance of developing varicose veins include-
Varicose veins can reoccur after treatment. Maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and avoiding a sedentary life are a few ways to reduce the risk of a second occurrence.
Varicosities, Varicoses
Varicose veins are pretty common, and they are not dangerous. Varicose veins generally do not lead to long-term health complications and can be managed through self-care measures and other interventions.
If untreated, varicose veins can lead to skin discolouration, ulcers, blood clots, and inflammation.
Varicose veins is a disorder caused due to weakened or damaged valves in the veins. Arteries and veins are blood vessels that aid in transporting blood. While the arteries carry blood from the heart to the rest of the body, veins transport blood vice-versa. The veins in the leg work against gravity to return blood to the heart. Muscle contractions and valves in the veins aid in this process. Valves open when blood flows to the heart and then close to prevent backflow. If the valves are damaged, there is backward flow, and blood pools in the vein, leading to enlarged and twisted veins. Many factors like age, gender, and blood pressure, among others, increase the risk of varicose veins.
Complications of varicose veins include ulcers, bleeding, and blood
If you are facing any similar signs or symptoms please contact the BLK-Max team to schedule an appointment at : +91-11-30403040
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